Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray

Next to the young, I suppose the very old are the most selfish.

Next to the young, I suppose the very old are the most selfi

Summary

This quote suggests that both the young and the very old tend to be quite self-centered. It implies that the elderly may become more self-absorbed as they age, potentially due to a sense of entitlement or a desire to receive care and attention. However, it is crucial to remember that this quote generalizes a specific group of people, and not all young or old individuals may exhibit selfish behavior.

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Selfishness

By William Makepeace Thackeray

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